4240--RFQ EQUIPMENT - POWERED AIR-PURIFYING RESPIRATORS (PAPRs)

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides detailed technical specifications, performance data, and conversion kit information for the ILC Dover Sentinel XL® CBRN System. It serves as a technical data sheet and product catalog, detailing the capabilities and components of the respiratory protection system.

• Sentinel XL® CBRN System: Highlights its features as the only NIOSH-approved CAP 2 PAPR, its conversion capabilities, and superior protection in hostile environments.
• High-Performance Features: Lists specific attributes such as NIOSH approval, unique hood design, conversion to infectious disease applications, low-voltage alarm, rechargeable battery options, field-replaceable head strap, optional backpack configuration, and latex-free construction.
• Testing Data: Includes performance data from HD SMARTMAN testing and Live Agent Data in a SMARTMAN Test Chamber, demonstrating effectiveness against chemical agents.
• Filter Performance: Details the Sentinel XL CBRN filter performance against various gases and vapors, including test concentrations, allowable limits, and observed service life.
• Conversion Kits: Describes three types of Hazardous Drugs (HD) conversion kits (Head Cover, BioShield, Clear Hood) and three types of HP (Healthcare Professional) conversion kits, outlining their specific features, protection levels, and included components.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the technical specifications, performance capabilities, and available configurations of the Sentinel XL® CBRN System. It provides detailed information on the product's effectiveness, testing results, and modular conversion options, which are essential for evaluating its suitability for potential procurement opportunities and for preparing detailed technical proposals.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the purchase of twenty (20) Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (PAPRs) for the Hudson Valley VA Healthcare System (Montrose Campus). These PAPRs are intended to replace existing 3M Breathe Easy PAPRs used in the Mass Decontamination Program.

• Quantity: 20 PAPRs

• Item: Sentinel brand name or equal to XL CBRN CAP 2 Deluxe w/Alkaline Battery Pack w/Backpack.

• Included Components: Battery, Blower, Breathing Tube, Cartridges (3 Carbon Cartridges), Headgear, CBRN Butyl Hood, Duffel Bag, Flow Meter, Quick Loc Waist Belt.

• Specifications: Intrinsically Safe: No; NIOSH Rating: CBRN Filtration; Headgear Type: Hood; Battery Chemistry: Alkaline Battery; Blower Mount: Belt-Mount; System Type: PAPR System; Standards: NIOSH Approved; Size: Universal; Suspension Adjustment: Integrated Elastic Strap; Application: Pharmaceutical.

• Delivery: Within 45 days of award.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Delivery within 45 days of award.

• Place of Delivery: VA Hudson Valley HCS Montrose, Bldg. 17, Warehouse, 2094 Albany Post Rd., Montrose, NY 10548.

• Submission Requirements: Offerors must submit manufacturer's product specifications, bill of materials, product literature, completed FAR 52.225-5 Buy American Certificate, completed VAR 852.219-76 VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting-Certificate of Compliance, completed SF1449, vendor's quote with lead time, recent letter of authorization from OEM, and warranty information. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.

• Evaluation Criteria: Offers will be evaluated based on Technical, Price, and Past Performance. The award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government.

• Key Deadlines: Offer Due Date: 05-14-2026 at 10:00 AM EDT. Offerors must hold prices firm for 60 calendar days from the offer due date.

• This acquisition is a Small Business Set-Aside.

• Specific clauses related to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) are included, requiring certification and compliance with limitations on subcontracting.

• C&A requirements do not apply, and no security accreditation package is required as contractors will not have access to VA computer systems.

• VA Privacy Training is required for personnel without access to VA computer systems or direct access to VA sensitive information.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and VAAR clauses and provisions covering various aspects of contracting, including small business status, buy American, trade agreements, and security prohibitions.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (PAPRs). The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 2, is seeking to acquire these essential medical devices.

• The primary deliverable is Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (PAPRs).

• Specific technical specifications for the PAPRs are provided in an attached document.

• Not explicitly stated in the provided text, but it is an RFQ.

• Response Date/Time: May 14, 2026, 10:00 AM Eastern Time, New York, USA.

• Contracting Office Address: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 2, James J. Peters VA Medical Center, 130 West Kingsbridge Road, Bronx NY 10468-3904.

• Point of Contact: Sanchez Reid, Contract Specialist, Sanchez.Reid@va.gov, 908-647-0180 x214466.

• This procurement is a SDVOSB (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business) set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 339112

• Product Service Code: 4240

• Place of Performance: Hudson Valley VA Healthcare System, Bldg. 17, Warehouse, 2094 Albany Post Road, Montrose NY 10548, USA.

• Reference attached documents for detailed specifications (RFQ 36C24226Q0555 and Specs).